Girl
Ginny
virgin, pure
About Ginny
What a spirited, friendly name Ginny is! There's something inherently cheerful and approachable about it—when you hear Ginny, you imagine someone warm, genuine, and full of life. This diminutive form has evolved into a standalone choice that needs no explanation or longer version, though it certainly can serve as a nickname if desired. Ginny feels comfortable and familiar, like sunshine on a spring morning or laughter shared between friends. It's the kind of name that makes people smile instinctively. The double 'n' gives it substance while the 'y' ending keeps it playful and youthful. Perfect for a girl who might grow up loving adventure, forming strong friendships, and approaching life with enthusiasm, Ginny suggests both spunk and sweetness. It's unpretentious yet memorable, simple yet special—qualities that make it timelessly appealing for parents seeking a name that's down-to-earth without being ordinary.
Popularity of the Name Ginny
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1942 | #976 |
| 1943 | #899 |
| 1944 | #851 |
| 1945 | #683 |
| 1946 | #652 |
| 1947 | #737 |
| 1948 | #734 |
| 1949 | #1000 |
| 1951 | #952 |
| 1952 | #889 |
| 1953 | #969 |
| 1954 | #958 |
| 1956 | #909 |
| 1957 | #648 |
| 1958 | #631 |
| 1959 | #657 |
| 1960 | #669 |
| 1961 | #716 |
| 1962 | #730 |
| 1963 | #732 |
| 1964 | #789 |
| 1965 | #969 |
| 1967 | #997 |
| 1970 | #999 |
| 1971 | #871 |
| 1972 | #870 |
| 1973 | #905 |
| 1974 | #920 |
| 1975 | #929 |
| 1976 | #994 |
| 1977 | #974 |
| 1978 | #960 |
| 1979 | #948 |
| 1981 | #987 |
| 1982 | #991 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Ginny
Names Similar to Ginny
Nicknames for Ginny
- Gin
- Gigi
- Vinny
- Nia
- Ginn
Famous People Named Ginny
| Ginny Simms | American singer and actress |
| Ginny Tyler | American voice actress and singer |
| Ginny Thrasher | American sport shooter and Olympic gold medalist |
| Ginny Brown-Waite | American politician |
| Ginny Brant | American author and speaker |
| Ginny Gilder | American rower and Olympic silver medalist |
| Ginny Duenkel | American swimmer and Olympic gold medalist |
| Ginny Hilfiger | American fashion designer and sister of Tommy Hilfiger |
| Ginny Taylor | Australian artist and illustrator |
| Ginny Owens | American contemporary Christian music singer and songwriter |
| Ginny Wood | British television producer and director |
| Ginny L. Yttrup | American author |
| Ginny Ueberroth | American philanthropist |
| Ginny Hunt | American basketball coach |
| Ginny Ruffner | American glass artist |
| Ginny McIlmoyle | Canadian field hockey player |
| Ginny Waller | New Zealand botanist |
| Ginny Mancini | American singer and actress |
| Ginny Kullak | American jazz pianist and composer |
Characters Named Ginny
| Ginny Tonic | Comic series "Strangers in Paradise" |
| Ginny Fawkes | Novel "Half Bad" by Sally Green |
| Ginny Field | Movie "Back to the Future Part III" |
| Ginny Sacrimoni | TV series "The Sopranos" |
| Ginny Gardner | TV series "The Leftovers" |
| Ginny Baker | Book "The Bat" by Jo Nesbø |
| Ginny Lundquist | TV series "Hawkeye" |
| Ginny Boylan | TV series "Dollhouse" |
| Ginny Taylor | Book "Ginny Moon" by Benjamin Ludwig |
| Ginny Braintree | TV series "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" |
| Ginny Weasley | grown-up - Play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" |
| Ginny Evans | TV series "The Mentalist" |
| Ginny Wroblicki | Movie "Son in Law" |
| Ginny Hawkins | TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Ginny Hildreth | TV series "The West Wing" |
| Ginny Burlap | TV series "Shameless" |